LYIT has developed the following policy based on the recommendations and guidance issued by the Health Service Executive, Higher Education Authority, Department of Education and Science, Department of Health and Children, and World Health Organisation.  Please note that this policy document has been reviewed by the local Department of Public Health.

This policy informs staff and students of LYIT about the Influenza A(H1N1) virus and advises the actions the Institute has adopted to prevent the spread of the virus and provides instruction on the Institute’s response during an influenza pandemic.

For further information please refer to the following guidance documents:

• Pandemic Influenza Policy LYIT
• HSE Influenza Information Leaflet
• Women who are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
• People with specific medical conditions
• Influenza A(H1N1) poster
• Alcohol Hand Rub Technique
• Hand washing Technique
• Respiratory Hygiene & Cough Etiquette